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DeKalb Health

Senior Marine Mechanic

DeKalb Health, Hampton, Virginia, United States, 23661

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Senior Marine Mechanic (Project Management) Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast‑growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all whom we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with and learn from highly experienced marina professionals.

Full Benefits Package

401(k) Plan

Orthodontic Coverage

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Fertility Assistance

Relocation Opportunities

Paid Uniforms

Boating Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Tool Repurchasing Program

ABYC Training

Role Overview Senior Technicians inspect, maintain, and repair boats of all kinds. These individuals understand the working principles and how all systems and components work on a boat. They use diagnostic equipment to test and repair boat engines, hulls, propellers, rigging, and navigational equipment. Senior Technicians are responsible for providing expert technical knowledge and experience and helping to train other teammates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work closely with Service Manager to provide accurate and detailed work orders

Conduct thorough assessment prior to starting a job including acknowledging the budgeted time and time frame for completion, proving the system and the element requiring service, sourcing parts if required

Expert knowledge of marine systems including electrical, plumbing & water systems

Proven experience troubleshooting, repair, and install vessel systems and components including but not limited to electrical, electronics, HVAC, plumbing & water systems (fresh, salt, and waste), gas and diesel engines

Assign parts and purchases to the appropriate vessels/tickets

Excellent time management skills, customer service, attention to detail, and self‑motivation

Promote and encourage a safe working environment

Provide timely updates and take initiative to exceed member satisfaction, even if it requires overcoming challenge

Must possess own tools

Significant experience with both gas and diesel engines preferred

Serve as a mentor for technicians new to the field or SHM

Availability to work overtime in order to meet deadlines

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

Follow SHM Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training

Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area

Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately

Technical and Physical Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Marine Technical school training preferred

10 years + experience preferred

ABYC Master Technician preferred

Multiple certifications across engine brands

Ability to ascend and descend a ladder

Ability to work in confined spaces

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Basic boat handling skills preferred

Any skills considered standard that a Senior Technician should possess

Minimum Soft Skills Qualifications

Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry‑leading company

Consistently treats others with dignity and respect

Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude

Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action

Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members

Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties

Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner

Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members

Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties

Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/. #techniciancareers

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